Shrimp with Snow Peas
"Another quick stir-fry from Chinese Cookery that I use to make often."
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (181.2 g)
- Calories 136.5
- Total Fat - 4.1 g
- Saturated Fat - 0.7 g
- Cholesterol - 96.5 mg
- Sodium - 817 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 11.5 g
- Dietary Fiber - 1.8 g
- Sugars - 1.6 g
- Protein - 12.9 g
- Calcium - 66.3 mg
- Iron - 0.9 mg
- Vitamin C - 2.2 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Shell and devein shrimp.
Step 2
Rinse and pat dry with a paper towel.
Step 3
Combine marinade ingredients in a ziplock bag.
Step 4
Add shrimp. Mix well. Let stand 30 minutes.
Step 5
Pat dry with a paper towel.
Step 6
Heat oil in a wok 30 seconds over high heat.
Step 7
Stir-fry garlic until golden, 30 seconds.
Step 8
Add shrimp.
Step 9
Stir-fry about 30 seconds until shrimp are pink.
Step 10
Remove from wok with a slotted spoon, draining well over wok.
Step 11
Add salt and snow peas to oil in wok.
Step 12
Add seasoning sauce.
Step 13
Stir-fry until sauce thickens slightly.
Step 14
Add cooked shrimp.
Step 15
Stir-fry to coat shrimp with sauce.
Step 16
Serve hot.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting shrimp, look for ones that are firm and smell fresh with no discoloration.
- Make sure to select snow peas that are bright green and have no discoloration or wilting.
- Substitute chicken for shrimp - This substitution is beneficial if you are looking for a more budget-friendly option. Chicken is usually much cheaper than shrimp, so this substitution can help to make the dish more affordable.
- Substitute broccoli for snow peas - This substitution is beneficial if you are looking for a more nutrient-dense option. Broccoli is a great source of vitamins and minerals, so this substitution can help to make the dish more nutritious.
Vegetarian Version Replace shrimp with 2/3 pound of your favorite firm tofu. Follow the same instructions for marinade and stir-fry vegetables. When stir-frying the tofu, cook it until it is golden brown. Then add the seasoning sauce and stir-fry until the sauce thickens slightly. Serve hot.
Fried Rice: This classic Chinese dish is a great accompaniment to the shrimp and snow peas stir-fry. It's a simple dish that can be made quickly and easily with just a few ingredients. The fried rice will provide a great contrast to the stir-fry and will help to create a complete meal.
Vegetable Lo Mein: This Chinese noodle dish is the perfect complement to the shrimp and snow peas stir-fry. It's a flavorful dish that is packed with vegetables and can be made quickly and easily. The lo mein will provide a great contrast to the stir-fry and will help to create a complete meal.
FAQ
Q: What type of oil should I use for stir-frying?
A: Any neutral-flavored oil is suitable for stir-frying, such as vegetable oil, canola oil, or peanut oil. Avoid using olive oil as it has a low smoke point and can burn easily.
Q: What is the best way to store fresh vegetables?
A: Fresh vegetables should be stored in a cool, dry place and used as soon as possible. To extend their shelf life, store them in a plastic bag or container with a few holes for ventilation.
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Fun facts:
The oyster sauce used in this recipe is a condiment often used in Chinese cooking, invented by Lee Kum Kee in 1888.
The snow peas used in this recipe are a popular ingredient in Chinese cuisine, and were first cultivated in China over 2000 years ago.